Step by step instructions, muscle activation and variants for the Dumbbell Standing Prone Y Raise.
A posterior shoulder and lower trapezius exercise performed bent over where you raise dumbbells diagonally upward and outward to form a Y shape. It strengthens scapular stabilizers and improves shoulder posture, making it valuable for injury prevention and upper-back health.
The Dumbbell Standing Prone Y Raise is a foundational movement that builds strength and muscle through controlled, progressive overload. Train it 1 to 2 times per week with 3 to 5 working sets per session, gradually adding weight or reps as form holds up.
